Our PPE pantry has PLENTY of masks, disinfectant and hand sanitizer available for all providers. Please send requests Provider.Relations@dcbdd.org. Please include what you need, how many of each and if you can pick up or need delivery.

The Competency-Based Training and Longevity Add-on allows agency DSPs and independent providers with at least 2 years of full time paid experience to complete 60 hours of training in order to bill an additional $.39 per unit.

Click here to find out more.

Discovery Series: Internet Safety

Join us for the April session of the Discovery Series, as we learn about Internet Safety To learn more or to sign up for March's session, click here.

DODD’s Office of System Support & Standards continues to offer monthly virtual provider training from 10 AM – 11 AM on the last Thursday of the month. Providers will have access to all sessions as the registration link becomes a link to the recording of the session. See the topics, register, and gain access to recordings using this link OSSAS Provider Training Series.

Let’s Get Away Together is intended to be an enjoyable activity for family caregivers and the person they care for. Those receiving care who are able to participate in the discussion and activities are encouraged to attend with their family caregiver. Read a Q&A about the series here. 

Registration: Click here 

Need a quick lift? Check out these "Word of Encouragement" provided by supporters of DSP. Click here to learn more.

The How2Life App includes over 125 short modules made up of 2-6 minutes of content designed for youth. The topics range from health, wellness, emotional well-being, anti-bullying, substance use/abuse awareness, CPR/AED/Heimlich, digital footprint/citizenship, and digital life. For more information, click here.

can give pill-time reminders, missed-dose alerts to caregivers, and track what you took and when. For more information, click here.

·   Echo Show

·   Echo Dot

·   Ring Video Doorbell

·   Smart Plug

·   Wyze Camera

·   Electronic Reading Aid

·   Miku Monitor

·   Schlage Electronic Deadbolt

·   Clip Different

To borrow a device, review the following documents and submit the request to AssistiveTechnology@dcbdd.org.

·   Assistive Technology Lending Library Procedure

·   Assistive Technology Lending Library Application

·   Assistive Technology Lending Library Agreement

Searching for an Assistive Technology solution? Schedule a time to virtually consult with the Tech Team Committee by emailing AssistiveTechnology@dcbdd.org.

For more information, click here.

Do you love First Friday and DCBDD? Then this is the event for you! Click here to sign up to work at the May First Friday event (as a reminder, time spent representing DCBDD at community events counts as work time). For more information about First Friday, click here.

May 10, 2022

Virtual and In Person at

Dwell Community Conference Center

Click here to register.

RSVP to Molly King, mkingaim@gmail.com. Providers and family members welcome - we could use some helpers to supervise games! The deadline to let Molly know is Wednesday, May 11th.

May 16, 2022 - May 19, 2022

Lewis Center, OH

Click here to register.

Click here for more information.

May 26

5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

The Zoo will offer "quiet hours" for families to enjoy the Zoo in a calm and relaxed atmosphere, without added background sounds (such as music throughout the park or carousel) that can be challenging for individuals with sensory needs. A sensory-friendly Zoo entrance will be available from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. for individuals who may have significant trouble standing in line. Click here for more information.

Do you know a High School Junior or Senior with a disability who is interested in Self-Advocacy and Leadership Development? The Ohio Youth Leadership Forum (YLF) is a week-long career leadership training program held during the summer for 11th and 12th grade students with disabilities. For more information about the Columbus event, contact Zoe Wenk, Youth Transition Coordinator, at The Center for Disability Empowerment, (614) 575-8055, or by e-mail at zwenk@disabilityempowerment.net. Click here for more information.